How Bad Do You Need to Pee Quiz?

How bad do you need to pee quiz?

1. Have you ever had to cross your legs or squat to keep from peeing?

Yes

No

2. Have you ever leaked a little when you sneezed, coughed, or laughed?

Yes

No

3. Have you ever had to stop in the middle of peeing to avoid making a mess?

Yes

No

4. Do you ever feel like you can't fully empty your bladder?

Yes

No

5. Do you sometimes have to go even when you've just gone?

Yes

No

6. Do you avoid drinking fluids so you won't have to go as often?

Yes

No

7. Is it hard for you to wait in line for a bathroom?

Yes

No

8. Do you plan your route around places with public restrooms?

Yes

No

9. Do you sometimes have to use a restroom that is not very clean?

Yes

No

10. Do you avoid drinking fluids before going to bed so you won't have to get up to use the bathroom?

Yes

No

If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, you may have a problem with urinary incontinence. Urinary incontinence is the loss of control over urination. It can happen to anyone, but it is more common in older adults. There are many different types of urinary incontinence, and the treatment depends on the type.

If you are leaking a little bit of urine when you cough, sneeze, or laugh, you may have stress incontinence. This is the most common type of urinary incontinence in women. It happens when the muscles that hold urine in get weak. Treatment for stress incontinence often includes pelvic floor muscle exercises, lifestyle changes, and, in some cases, surgery.

If you have a strong, sudden urge to pee and can't make it to the bathroom in time, you may have urge incontinence. This type of incontinence is more common in women than in men. It can be caused by a number of things, including infection, overactive bladder muscles, and neurologic conditions. Treatment for urge incontinence often includes medications, pelvic floor muscle